Erick Trickel

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Senior Draft Analyst at Sports Illustrated

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Articles

Broncos' Receiving Corps Gets Surprising 2025 Ranking via PFF

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Erick Trickel

There is a lot of excitement surrounding the potential of the Denver Broncos' young wide receiver room. The only proven receiver the Broncos have is Courtland Sutton, and while Trent Sherfield is a veteran, he's more of a special teams player. Sutton and Sherfield are the only two in the room with more than three years of NFL experience. But the Broncos have a lot of potential in their younger and inexperienced receivers, but significant growth is needed to reach it.
Broncos Receiving Corps Skyrockets in PFF's 2025 Rankings

1 week ago | si.com | Erick Trickel

There is a lot of excitement surrounding the potential of the Denver Broncos' young wide receiver room. The only proven receiver the Broncos have is Courtland Sutton, and while Trent Sherfield is a veteran, he's more of a special teams player. Sutton and Sherfield are the only two in the room with more than three years of NFL experience. But the Broncos have a lot of potential in their younger and inexperienced receivers, but significant growth is needed to reach it.
New LB Dre Greenlaw Will 'Make-or-Break' Broncos' Season, PFF Claims

1 week ago | si.com | Erick Trickel

The Denver Broncos boast the highest percentage of returning players, but they've also added a handful of newcomers. One of the Broncos' new additions is a key player, particularly for the defense. There's a lot of hype surrounding the Broncos, including their recent designation as a potential team to join the AFC elite. However, there are always instances where one player can help make or break the season.
Here's Why Troy Franklin's Development is Key to Broncos' 2025 Success

1 week ago | si.com | Erick Trickel

The Denver Broncos have a lot of potential in their wide receiver room. However, potential can often go unrealized at the NFL level. One of those players with potential is second-year wide receiver Troy Franklin, and the Broncos need him to develop. Franklin isn't the only one the Broncos are hoping turns a corner in 2025, but he may be one of the most important.
How the Broncos Can Bank on Fielding a Top-5 Defense in 2025

1 week ago | si.com | Erick Trickel

The Denver Broncos had one of the best defenses in the NFL last year, and the expectations are for the unit to be even better this year. The Broncos had some apparent weaknesses defensively, but they addressed them in free agency and the NFL draft. As the Broncos prepare for the 2025 season, the question is: Can this defense be relied upon to be a top-five unit again? Defensive play can be volatile year to year, especially in coverage and for cornerbacks.
Broncos' First-Round Pick of CB Jahdae Barron Supported by New Data

2 weeks ago | si.com | Erick Trickel

There were a lot of shocked fans when the Denver Broncos drafted cornerback Jahdae Barron with the 20th overall pick, and not a running back. Many felt that addressing the Broncos' most glaring roster hole — running back — or the defensive line would be the way to go, but the extent of the team's need at cornerback was lost in the shuffle. The cornerback needs started with health and depth at the position.
Broncos' Biggest Reason for Optimism in 2025 Revealed by PFF

2 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Erick Trickel

The Denver Broncos have made significant roster improvements during the offseason. Those moves were calculated and targeted for specific reasons by GM George Paton and head coach Sean Payton. This is especially true for the Broncos defense. Despite being among the best last season, the Broncos added three key pieces to make the defense even better. It's for that reason that Pro Football Focus' Dalton Wasserman cited the defense as the biggest reason for optimism surrounding the 2025 Broncos.
Broncos' Biggest Reason for Optimism in 2025 Revealed

2 weeks ago | si.com | Erick Trickel

The Denver Broncos have made significant roster improvements during the offseason. Those moves were calculated and targeted for specific reasons by GM George Paton and head coach Sean Payton. This is especially true for the Broncos defense. Despite being among the best last season, the Broncos added three key pieces to make the defense even better. It's for that reason that Pro Football Focus' Dalton Wasserman cited the defense as the biggest reason for optimism surrounding the 2025 Broncos.
How J.K. Dobbins Changes the Broncos' RB Room

2 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Erick Trickel

With the Denver Broncos signing J.K. Dobbins to a one-year deal reportedly worth up to $5.25 million, it shakes up the running back room. There were always questions about which running backs would make it and what roles they would have, especially since no one stood out as a pass protector. Dobbins is a solid pass protector, but he also has some versatility. When I recently broke down the Broncos' running back room to forecast each player's roster outlook, there was a clear pecking order.
How J.K. Dobbins Changes the Broncos' RB Room

2 weeks ago | si.com | Erick Trickel

With the Denver Broncos signing J.K. Dobbins to a one-year deal reportedly worth up to $5.25 million, it shakes up the running back room. There were always questions about which running backs would make it and what roles they would have, especially since no one stood out as a pass protector. Dobbins is a solid pass protector, but he also has some versatility. When I recently broke down the Broncos' running back room to forecast each player's roster outlook, there was a clear pecking order.